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How Old Was Mary When She Had Jesus? Here’s What The Historical Evidence Says

Considering the Biblical account and ancient Jewish traditions, Mary was likely much younger than you'd expect when she had Jesus.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 22, 2024

How Old Was Mary When She Had Jesus? Here’s What The Historical Evidence Says

Considering the Biblical account and ancient Jewish traditions, Mary was likely much younger than you'd expect when she had Jesus.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 22, 2024

The Shocking Story That Inspired Pain & Gain, From A Ninja-Inspired Kidnapping Plot To A Fatal Injection Of Horse Tranquilizer

The Michael Bay movie Pain & Gain opens with the line: "Unfortunately, this is a true story." But the film took some notable creative liberties.

By Rivy Lyon • Dec 21, 2024

The Shocking Story That Inspired Pain & Gain, From A Ninja-Inspired Kidnapping Plot To A Fatal Injection Of Horse Tranquilizer

The Michael Bay movie Pain & Gain opens with the line: "Unfortunately, this is a true story." But the film took some notable creative liberties.

By Rivy Lyon • December 21, 2024

The History Of The New York Mafia’s Five Families, From Their Formation In 1931 To Where They Stand Today

The Genovese, Gambino, Lucchese, Colombo, and Bonanno crime organizations make up the Five Families of New York City's Italian-American Mafia, and though their power peaked in the mid-20th century, their blood-soaked saga continues to this day.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 20, 2024

The History Of The New York Mafia’s Five Families, From Their Formation In 1931 To Where They Stand Today

The Genovese, Gambino, Lucchese, Colombo, and Bonanno crime organizations make up the Five Families of New York City's Italian-American Mafia, and though their power peaked in the mid-20th century, their blood-soaked saga continues to this day.

By Austin Harvey • December 20, 2024

Archaeologists Excavating The Tomb Of Chinese Emperor Liu He Uncover 6,000 Pieces Of Fish-Scale Armor

Since its discovery in 2011, the tomb of lesser-known emperor Liu He has given up a wealth of archaeological treasures, including 2 million bronze coins as well as some 20,000 other stunning artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 20, 2024

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Archaeologists Excavating The Tomb Of Chinese Emperor Liu He Uncover 6,000 Pieces Of Fish-Scale Armor

Since its discovery in 2011, the tomb of lesser-known emperor Liu He has given up a wealth of archaeological treasures, including 2 million bronze coins as well as some 20,000 other stunning artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • December 20, 2024

A Newly Uncovered Settlement In Iceland Rewrites The Timeline Of The Vikings

Archaeologists said it was the oldest and richest Viking settlement that has been found to date.

By Natasha Ishak • Dec 20, 2024

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A Newly Uncovered Settlement In Iceland Rewrites The Timeline Of The Vikings

Archaeologists said it was the oldest and richest Viking settlement that has been found to date.

By Natasha Ishak • December 20, 2024

A New York Homeowner Just Stumbled Upon The Intact Jaw Of A Mastodon While Doing Yardwork

A person tending to their property in Orange County, New York noticed two teeth protruding from the ground, hidden by their plants — then further digging revealed the complete jawbone of a prehistoric mastodon.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 19, 2024

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A New York Homeowner Just Stumbled Upon The Intact Jaw Of A Mastodon While Doing Yardwork

A person tending to their property in Orange County, New York noticed two teeth protruding from the ground, hidden by their plants — then further digging revealed the complete jawbone of a prehistoric mastodon.

By Austin Harvey • December 19, 2024

The Smallest-Ever Dinosaur Was Found Trapped In 100 Million-Year-Old Amber With A Full Set Of Teeth

"I literally have never seen anything like this."

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 19, 2024

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The Smallest-Ever Dinosaur Was Found Trapped In 100 Million-Year-Old Amber With A Full Set Of Teeth

"I literally have never seen anything like this."

By Marco Margaritoff • December 19, 2024

The Incredible History Of The Concorde, The Jet That Could Fly From London To New York In Three Hours

Capable of flying 1,350 miles per hour at 60,000 feet, the Concorde was a supersonic marvel — so why was it discontinued?

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 18, 2024

The Incredible History Of The Concorde, The Jet That Could Fly From London To New York In Three Hours

Capable of flying 1,350 miles per hour at 60,000 feet, the Concorde was a supersonic marvel — so why was it discontinued?

By Kaleena Fraga • December 18, 2024

Archaeologists Discover A 7,000-Year-Old Clay Figurine In Kuwait That Bears A Chilling Resemblance To An Alien

Archaeologists excavating a site in Kuwait that was once home to the prehistoric Ubaid culture unearthed a figurine with alien-like features that dates back to the sixth millennium B.C.E.

By Amber Morgan • Dec 18, 2024

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Archaeologists Discover A 7,000-Year-Old Clay Figurine In Kuwait That Bears A Chilling Resemblance To An Alien

Archaeologists excavating a site in Kuwait that was once home to the prehistoric Ubaid culture unearthed a figurine with alien-like features that dates back to the sixth millennium B.C.E.

By Amber Morgan • December 18, 2024

A Luxurious Gallo-Roman Villa Was Found In France — Complete With Pillars, Bronze Statues, And Mythological Frescoes

During excavations in Reims, archaeologists discovered the remains of a lavish residence from the second century C.E. — though it was inexplicably built in what was then the less-desirable part of town.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 18, 2024

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A Luxurious Gallo-Roman Villa Was Found In France — Complete With Pillars, Bronze Statues, And Mythological Frescoes

During excavations in Reims, archaeologists discovered the remains of a lavish residence from the second century C.E. — though it was inexplicably built in what was then the less-desirable part of town.

By Austin Harvey • December 18, 2024